Research Associate (1 year contract)

About The Job

The Singapore University of Social Sciences is seeking a Research Associate for a multi-year multi-country research study on the state of the families in ASEAN.  The successful candidate is encouraged to co-publish one journal article with PI/co-PIs during the term of his/her contract. 

Background 

ASEAN countries are experiencing diverse and rapidly changing demographic and societal trends. These include aging populations, increased internal and cross-border migration, and the rise of dual-income households. Additionally, global challenges such as climate change threaten agricultural productivity and livelihoods, particularly in developing ASEAN nations. Technological advancements, such as artificial intelligence, are transforming industries, with varying impacts on employment opportunities for individuals across different age groups and educational levels. Amidst these shifts, strengthening support for families is crucial. Families form the cornerstone of social cohesion and resilience, and ASEAN countries have much to learn from each other. A collaborative approach to studying socio-demographic changes, understanding family challenges, and co-creating solutions is essential for addressing these complex issues. This research project seeks to deepen regional knowledge about how ASEAN families are coping and explore strategies to support them effectively.

What You Will Be Doing

The project aims to develop a comprehensive understanding of the state of ASEAN families, examine how families in the region are adapting to demographic, societal, and environmental changes, and identify ways to strengthen support for families through evidence-based policies and interventions. 

Job Responsibilities

The successful candidate will:

• Work with the research fellow to manage data collection, develop statistical analysis plans and implement analysis.
• Contribute to the writing of research protocols and ethics applications.
• Work with research team to publish in peer-reviewed journals, i.e., lead author or contributing author.
• Support the drafting of research reports.
• Prepare presentations for meetings, conferences, etc.
• Liaise with researchers from collaborating institutes/agencies both local and regional.
• Co-organise conferences/symposiums/workshops.
• Project and other administrative work.

Job Requirements

• Completed academic degree (Master or equivalent) in a relevant social science discipline. Candidates with a data science/social science background will also be considered.
• Strong understanding of the research topic and related issues.
• Familiarity with the socioeconomic situation of ASEAN and Asia.
• Proficiency in research skills, budgeting, reporting, and administrative tasks.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and able to work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency with STATA, R, SPSS, or SAS.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Must be able to commit to a year of service